What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs €120 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Villeurbanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Villeurbanne?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Villeurbanne. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

The distance between Geneva and Villeurbanne is 147 km. The road distance is 144.3 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Villeurbanne without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €11 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

The bus from Geneva Bus Station to Lyon Perrache Bus Station takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Villeurbanne bus from?

Geneva to Villeurbanne bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Geneva Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Villeurbanne train from?

Geneva to Villeurbanne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

The best way to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €85 and takes 2h 40m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €270 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Geneva to Villeurbanne bus arrive?

Geneva to Villeurbanne bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lyon Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Geneva to Villeurbanne train arrive?

Geneva to Villeurbanne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellegarde-sur-Valserine station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Villeurbanne is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Geneva to Villeurbanne.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

Book your Geneva to Villeurbanne train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

Book your Geneva to Villeurbanne bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Villeurbanne?

There are 4027+ hotels available in Villeurbanne.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Villeurbanne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Geneva and Villeurbanne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Geneva to Villeurbanne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Geneva to Villeurbanne by bus, train (TGV), rideshare, plane, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Geneva Bus Station to Lyon Perrache Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2h 20m
€11–17
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Genève to Lyonrideshare 149.2 km
2h 3m
€10
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Bellegarde-sur-Valserinetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2h 40m
€33–81
Fly
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane GVA - LYS
1h 31m
€126–265
Bus via Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 17m
€31–42
Drive 144.3 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Villeurbannecar 144.3 km
1h 34m
€26–37

Geneva to Villeurbanne by bus

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Distance: 147.2 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Villeurbanne, France?

RegioJet operates a bus from Geneva Bus Station to Lyon Perrache Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Lyon Part Dieu via Bellegarde in around 2h 40m.

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